LEAP September 2014

Volume 10, Issue 1
September 2014
APPLETON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT
LEAP
Learning, Enrichment, and Athletic Programs
This is a monthly publication to inform families of community activities for children.
GET READY FOR SOME FUN!
Saturday, September 13, 2014
9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Michels Materials Quarry
Tullar Road - Neenah
In Northern and Central Wisconsin “Quarry Quest” has become one of the most acknowledged and popular family events. Quarry
Quest is an exciting family outing and fundraiser held at Michels Materials limestone quarry.
The event gives children and adults a one-of-a-kind opportunity to tour a working quarry, ride and explore giant excavation machinery, and participate in a host of fun, hands-on educational activities. Work the controls of a giant backhoe or loader, ride
above the quarry in a boom lift, become a miner for the day and prospect for fool's gold and various colored gemstones, make
your own jewelry, or mix up a batch of concrete cakes.
Ticket Prices (gate): $10.00 / adult - 13 & older
$8.00 / youth - 3-12 years
FREE - children 0-2 years
Save $3.00 each on advance ticket prices (sale ends 9/12/14)
For tickets, information and parking visit us online at www.quarryquest.com
Swim Team (Ages 6-18)
Swim Team is a great source of after school fun! Swimmers are placed in groups based on age and experience. The fall/winter season begins
September 29th and practices are offered in the evenings at the Appleton Y, Neenah/Menasha Y, and Lawrence University. A no cost two week
trial period is offered.
For More information check out our website: www.FCYST.org or call the swim team office at 954-7627.
Youth 5K Run Training (Ages 8-13)
Tuesdays 4:15-5:00 PM • September 9th-October 21st
7 week training program structured to help youth cross the finish line of a 5K. Class includes coach-guided weekly training sessions along with
workout plans for the remainder of the week. Class will be held outdoors, weather-permitting. Also included is free entry into the Freaky 5K on
October 25, 2014.
Cost: Y member - $35 General Public - $50
Annual Freaky 5K Run/Walk & Mini Monster Dash
A fun event for the entire family! 5K Run/walk, Costume contest, games, inflatables, Mini Monster Dash Kids Run, music,
prizes, refreshments and much more! Saturday, October 25th at 8:00 am at Pierce Park in Appleton.
For more information and entry fees: www.ymcafoxcities.org
The Appleton East High School Varsity dancers will be holding a dance clinic.
All participants will receive dance instruction, a t-shirt and a snack.
WHEN: October 4; 1:00 pm-5:00 pm
WHERE: East High School
WHO: Students in grades K-6
COST: $20.00
The routine learned will be performed at the Appleton East varsity football
game on October 10th. Registration forms can be found in your school office
or visit www.aasd.k12.wi.us/east. Scroll down to the calendar of events for
more information and a printable registration form. Register by September
29th to guarantee a t-shirt.
New this year… with each paid dancer you will receive one free adult pass into
the football game!
Please contact Coach Tracey at [email protected] with any questions.
Player/Parent Opening Night Schedule at East High School Gym:
Girls: Grades 3-8 ~ September 21; 6:30-7:30 PM
Boys:
Grades 3-6 ~ October 19; 6:30-7:30 PM
Grades 7-8 ~ December 14; 6:30-7:30 PM
Fee: $125 per player grade 3
$175 fee per player grades 4-8
We are dedicated to providing financial support and additional opportunities
for youths entering grades 3 through 8 to play basketball on the southeast
side of Appleton. Registration forms can be
found at www.aeyba.com. Please fill out the
form prior to opening night and bring it with
you.
Basketball is a game of fundamentals.
Basketball is hard work.
Basketball is a competitive game.
Basketball is being with friends and making new ones.
But most importantly, Basketball is FUN!
The Appleton East Youth Basketball Association (AEYBA) takes care and pride in teaching all these areas and much more.
DO YOU
LOVE
BASKETBALL?
Mark your calendar!
Boys Basketball
All 4th-8th grade boys who will attend Appleton North High School can try out
for the Appleton North Boys Basketball Club. The boys will learn basketball
skills, play in games and weekend tournaments, and get to work with the high
school coaches at clinics.
One day registration for the club is:
Saturday, September 20th
9:00 am–1:00 pm
Appleton North High School Commons
Appleton West
Youth Basketball Association
Are you ready to lace up your shoes and learn all about the
greatest game!
WHAT: Registration for boys and girls in grades 3-8
WHEN: Sunday, September 28th
4:30-6:00 pm
WHERE: Appleton West High School
Visit WWW.AWYBA.COM for more information
For more information contact
Fritz Stuedemann
at [email protected]
Piano Keyboard Lessons
Neenah Music Parents is again offering piano keyboard lessons for area
students in grades 1-6. Classes meet after school at Horace Mann Middle School in Neenah and Jefferson Elementary School in Menasha.
The program consists of 10 weekly 1/2 hour group lessons after school.
The lessons cost $40.00 plus book (under $10.00) and begin September
29th. Please contact program coordinator Jill Drake at 920-729-4736 for
more information.
Registration forms can be found at
www.neenahmusicparentskeyboard.com
Weekly acting classes
October 6 - December 11
Performance showcase will be held on
December 13th
Riding Lessons at Meadowood
Specialized instruction for beginner through advanced to special
needs. Whether you want to compete, exercise or just want some
equine therapy, we can teach it. Meadowood Farm provides a
safe, comfortable, non-judgmental learning enrironment for riders
of all ages and accommodates all levels of riders’ experience in a
large, heated, indoor arena.
Riding lessons ~ buy one lesson get one free ~ $35
Meadowood will work with you!
Students develop a greater
sense of responsibility,
self-esteem, and
confidence.
Level 1: Ages 4-7
Level 2: Ages 8-12
Contact KidStage at 920-915-0044 or
visit our website at KidStage.net to register
Kids on the Move
Fall 2014 Classes
Thompson Community Center in Appleton
Classes include: Dance ~ Tap ~ Jazz ~ Ballet ~ Hip Hop ~
Theatre ~ Children’s Choir ~
Special Needs Dance ~ Music and Movement
When: Tuesday evenings; 45 minutes once per week
Who: Children ages 2 1/2 to Teen
Contact Leesha Rieder with questions at 920-366-5565
For additional information visit: www.kidsonthemovewi.com
N 9250 Boettcher Road, Brillion
For information or to schedule a lesson
call 920-251-9154
Learn How to
Focus
Seminar
This is a free community event just for kids! You’re invited to a
special class devoted to FOCUS in the Classroom. Students will
learn some fun kicks and new tricks to develop concentration in
and out of the classroom. Sign up now to reserve your spot ~
there are only 25 spots per session.
Pick one session:
Session 1: Saturday, September 13; 11:00-11:45 am
Session 2: Saturday, September 20; 11:00-11:45 am
The benefits to martial arts are better grades, focus, confidence,
exercise, self-esteem. Call 920-882-6470 to sign up.
Appleton Lacrosse Club is continuing the 7th and 8th
grade U15 team and is now adding 5th and 6th
grade U13 team! The season begins in March, but
there is much to plan. Be on the lookout for more
information as we plan an October Q&A meeting to
discuss the 2015
lacrosse season. Topics include
schedule, cost, equipment, and
so much more.
Contact Natasha Dunlop
at [email protected] for
more information.